St James the Great Church (Church of England) South Leigh, Oxfordshire OX29 6US
Details
Accessibility
Limited on-street parking.
Please note Church End is a narrow lane.
Car Parking facilities are available.
A narrow grassy path leads to the church porch.
There are worn flagstones at the entrance of the Porch.
There is ramp access from the Porch entrance to the Nave.
The grounds and graves are accessed by uneven ground.
The Chancel and Altar are accessed by several steps.
Guidebooks and postcards on the church architecture are available from the church.
"Autism or Asperger Aware/Accessible/Assistance Dogs permitted."
Brief description
"St James the Great Church," is a Grade I listed building dating from the early 12th century.
The Chancel Arch dates from this period and was later restored in the late 1800s. The Rood Screen dates from the 15th century with parts added during the Victorian period (1837-1901).
The West Tower, Nave, and North Aisle date from the 15th century.
There are fine examples of wall paintings within the Nave and on the Chancel Arch dating from the 14th-15th century showing biblical scenes, saints, and the Virgin Mary.
Throughout the church interior, a selection of stained-glass windows and armorials can be seen, with some glass dating from the early 15th century.
A Guidebook on the interior can be purchased from the church shop.
A full architectural description of the church's interior and exterior is available online from the British Listed Buildings website. Church of St James, South Leigh, Oxfordshire (britishlistedbuildings.co.uk)
Address
St James the Great Church, South Leigh, Witney, Oxfordshire OX29 6US
Get in touch - South Leigh St James the Great - A Church Near You
Phone
01993 779613 (Correct 2023)
Website
South Leigh St James the Great - A Church Near You
Directions
From Witney - head east on B4022 for 3 miles
From Oxford - head west on A40 for 12.9 miles
Opening Times
Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change
Transport
Amenities
Witney has several public houses and cafes serving hot food and drinks.
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Location
Nearest Venues
2.07 miles*
Cokethorpe School Chapel, Hardwick, Oxfordshire
2.14 miles*
Cokethorpe School, Hardwick, Oxfordshire
2.23 miles*
*Distances are calculated in a straight line from the current venue, please allow extra time/distance based on available paths or roads.